Pawtucket, RI —JK Equities has officially broken ground on the Blackstone Distribution Center, a 160,000-square-foot Class A industrial development at 1 Moshassuck Street in Pawtucket.
Represented by JLL, this milestone marks Rhode Island’s first urban speculative industrial project, delivering new logistics-ready space to a critical location just minutes from downtown Providence and Interstate 95.
With demand rising for modern distribution and manufacturing space across southern New England, the project brings state-of-the-art features designed to support last-mile logistics and e-commerce operations. The facility will include:
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32-foot clear heights
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25 loading docks and 28 trailer stalls
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More than 100 car parking spaces
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Motion-sensor LED lighting
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±50,000 to 160,000 square feet of divisible space
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ESFR sprinkler system
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One acre of outdoor storage and ample truck maneuvering space
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A new dedicated truck access lane connecting to Main Street
“Blackstone Distribution Center is setting a new benchmark for urban industrial space in Rhode Island,” said Michael Ciummei, Senior Managing Director at JLL. “JK Equities is committed to delivering institutional-grade, logistics-ready product in dense, well-connected urban environments.”
“We’re proud to bring forward a new era of industrial opportunity to Pawtucket,” added Jerry Karlik, Principal at JK Equities. “Blackstone is designed for tenants who need efficient, scalable space with exceptional access to labor and the region’s transportation infrastructure.”
Construction is underway, with key milestones including foundation completion by December 2025, roof and enclosure by April 2026, and substantial completion by August 2026.
New England Construction is the general contractor, with CI Design as architect and DiPrete Engineering providing civil engineering services.
The project is being marketed and leased by a seasoned JLL team that includes:
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Michael Ciummei, Senior Managing Director
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Joe Fabiano, Senior Managing Director
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Rachel Marks, Senior Managing Director
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Sean Lynch, Managing Director
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Chelsea Andre, Senior Vice President
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Dane Caracino, Associate
As Rhode Island’s industrial market continues to evolve, the Blackstone Distribution Center is positioned to become a vital hub for logistics, manufacturing, and commerce in the heart of New England.
